Buddy Thunderstruck (2017) The ongoing misadventures of the greatest truck racer of all time, Buddy Thunderstruck. With his mechanic/copilot Darnell each episode shows Buddy dealing with another race themed situation. This takes place in and around the town of greasepit. Following the adventures of Buddy Thunderstruck, a truck-racing dog who brings good times to the town of Greasepit.